Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured on November 22, 2020
Marcelo Bielsa expecting difficult game against Tottenham Hotspur
Leeds have secured back-to-back wins and two clean sheets against Burnley and West Brom.
Dec 31, 13:23
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A closer look at the schedule for sport fans in 2021
The Tokyo Olympics, Euro 2020, Wimbledon tennis and Open golf are back on the sporting calendar.
Dec 31, 13:22
Rob Baxter pictured on May 18, 2019
Rob Baxter nominated for Rugby Union Writers' Club award
Rob Baxter, Nigel Owens, Dan Leo, Alun Wyn Jones and Antoine Dupont are nominated for the Pat Marshall Memorial Award.
Dec 31, 13:22
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Andy Murray 'pulls out of Delray Beach Open'
Andy Murray will concentrate on training before travelling to Australia in mid-January.
Dec 31, 13:22
Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson pictured in April 2018
Stephen Robinson stands down as Motherwell boss
The Northern Irishman stepped down after Wednesday's 2-0 home defeat by Kilmarnock.
Dec 31, 11:56
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Marine making up for lost FA Cup revenue by holding raffle
The eighth-tier club hopes to raise £30,000, with the top prize being a chance to replace manager Neil Young in the dugout for a pre-season friendly.
Dec 31, 11:55
Liverpool midfielder James Milner pictured in November 2020
James Milner: 'We must kick on in 2021'
The champions are not having it all their own way this season.
Dec 31, 11:51
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta looks deflated on December 19, 2020
Mikel Arteta: 'We must trim our squad in January'
The Gunners travel to West Brom on Saturday looking for a third consecutive victory.
Dec 31, 11:50
Burnley manager Sean Dyche pictured on October 19, 2020
Burnley's new owners prepared to back Sean Dyche in transfer market
ALK Capital have completed their takeover of the Clarets
Dec 31, 11:50
Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured on November 6, 2020
Steve Bruce still ruing Newcastle United's EFL Cup elimination
The Magpies head coach celebrated his 60th birthday on New Year's Eve.
Dec 31, 10:23
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks dejected after seeing his side lose to Istanbul Basaksehir on November 4, 2020
How much will Premier League clubs spend in January?
The upheavals of coronavirus and Brexit are sure to impact both financially and on travel.
Dec 31, 10:16
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
How will Brexit affect the winter transfer window?
New rules on overseas signings come into effect for the first time.
Dec 31, 10:15
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff hails Sir Lewis Hamilton
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton was awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours list.
Dec 31, 10:14
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta looks deflated on December 19, 2020
What deals could be done in the January transfer window?
The January sales could be a busy time in the English top flight.
Dec 31, 10:14
San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon pictured on December 30, 2020
NBA roundup: Becky Hammon makes history as San Antonio Spurs lose to Los Angeles Lakers
Becky Hammon, 43, took over from Gregg Popovich after the San Antonio Spurs head coach was ejected in the second quarter.
Dec 31, 09:12
Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor pictured in December 2018
Allan McGregor: 'Winning at St Mirren more important than personal milestone'
The Rangers goalkeeper made his 400th appearance for the club in the 2-0 victory.
Dec 31, 09:08
Burnley manager Sean Dyche pictured in November 2020
Burnley's American takeover has been completed
A US firm have taken an 84 per cent stake in the Clarets.
Dec 31, 09:07
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Premier League has "full confidence" in coronavirus protocols
Three top-flight fixtures have been postponed so far.
Dec 31, 09:06
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
Thursday's paper talk: Max Aarons, Georginio Wijnaldum, Lionel Messi
Man Aarons is back in the transfer mix, according to the rumour mill.
Dec 31, 09:06
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard pictured on October 17, 2020
A look at the biggest events for Scottish sport over the next 12 months
There is plenty to look forward to.
Dec 31, 09:04
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
On This Day: Andy Murray teams up with Ivan Lendl
The British number one had not won a grand slam event at the time.
Dec 31, 09:03
General view of Swansea City's Liberty Stadium taken January 2018
Swansea City to investigate booing, jeering as players took a knee
The Swans drew 0-0 with Reading on Wednesday night.
Dec 31, 00:00
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on December 27, 2020
Jurgen Klopp not "overly frustrated" by draw with Newcastle United
Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino missed chances for the Reds.
Dec 30, 23:56
Rob Baxter pictured on May 18, 2019
Rob Baxter thought OBE email was "a prank"
The Chiefs boss and his captain and fly-half Joe Simmonds have both been honoured in the new year list.
Dec 30, 23:55
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn handed OBE for services to sport
The 72-year-old from Chelmsford in Essex is the chairman of Matchroom Sport.
Dec 30, 23:43
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton awarded knighthood for services to motorsport
Lewis Hamilton continued his awesome form in 2020.
Dec 30, 23:34
Jimmy Greaves pictured in May 2013
Jimmy Greaves handed an MBE in New Year Honours list
Jimmy Greaves is one of the greatest goalscorers in the history of the game.
Dec 30, 23:33
Rob Burrow in action for Leeds in 2017
Rob Burrow 'truly humbled' to receive an MBE
The former Rhinos player was diagnosed in 2019.
Dec 30, 23:32
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
Lewis Hamilton knighted while Rob Burrow is made an MBE
The 35-year-old Lewis Hamilton broke the record for most career race wins during the 2020 season.
Dec 30, 23:32
Gary Anderson lets one go in March 2016
Darts roundup: Gary Anderson overcomes Devon Petersen to reach last eight
The Scot was not happy with Wayne Mardle's comments about slow play.
Dec 30, 23:21
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Salma Bi honoured for work with Asian girls
Salma Bi believes she has encouraged thousands of girls from an Asian background to play the sport.
Dec 30, 23:20
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone pictured in November 2020
La Liga roundup: Atletico Madrid to finish 2020 top of La Liga
Luis Suarez glanced in Yannick Carrasco's 20th-minute free-kick for his eighth goal of the season.
Dec 30, 22:57
Real Madrid's Luka Modric celebrates scoring against Elche in La Liga on December 30, 2020
Real Madrid's winning run ended by Elche as two sides play out a draw
Luka Modric gave Los Blancos the lead after 20 minutes.
Dec 30, 22:56
Swansea City's Marc Guehi in action with Reading's Alfa Semedo in the Championship on December 30, 2020
Swansea City, Reading play out goalless draw in Wales
The Swans were thwarted by the heroics of Royals goalkeeper Rafael Cabral.
Dec 30, 22:52
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah in action with Newcastle United's Federico Fernandez in the Premier League on December 30, 2020
Newcastle United hold champions Liverpool to a goalless draw
Karl Darlow also produced two fine saves to deny Roberto Firmino.
Dec 30, 22:51
Kilmarnock manager Alex Dyer pictured on August 22, 2020
Alex Dyer will not be deterred despite being sent racist abuse
Police are investigating after Alex Dyer received a letter containing racist abuse on Monday.
Dec 30, 21:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Premier League has "no plans" to pause season despite calls for two-week break
Wednesday night's match between Tottenham and Fulham was postponed after a coronavirus outbreak at the west London club.
Dec 30, 21:57
John Hughes in charge of Hibernian in 2010
John Hughes urges side to build on Hibernian win
County claimed their first league win in 13 outings.
Dec 30, 21:57
Brentford manager Thomas Frank pictured on November 7, 2020
Thomas Frank: 'Our experience is helping us'
The Bees made it to the play-off final last season.
Dec 30, 21:55
Kilmarnock manager Alex Dyer pictured on August 22, 2020
Kilmarnock end poor run with win over Motherwell
The Kilmarnock manager freshened up his attacking personnel.
Dec 30, 20:39
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